Denali National Park - Travel Planning & Insider Tips

Denali: Should I Go?

Well, Denali National Park is Alaska’s most popular land attraction—and with good reason. You can see some of Alaska’s most famous sights:

• Mt. McKinley and the continent’s highest peaks.
• A vast, unspoiled wilderness of braided glacial rivers, massive peaks, and tundra.
• Wildlife! Moose, caribou, grizzly bears, Dall sheep, and wolves.

Read more »  Is Denali a Must-See?

Season: What Month Should I Go?

Any summer month. Denali's visitor facilities are open mid-May to mid-September.

Read more »  Best Time To Visit Alaska?

Number of Nights: How Long Should I Stay?

We recommend:

• 2 nights if you stay in a hotel near the park entrance.
• 3 - 4 nights if you stay in Kantishna, in the park's interior.

Read more »  How Long Should I Stay In Denali? and Denali Lodging: Park Entrance or Inside the Park (Kantishna)?

Transportation: How Do I Get There?

It's easy! Denali is just a few hours from Anchorage and Fairbanks.

• Anchorage: 240 miles, 5½ hrs car, 8 hrs train.
• Fairbanks: 125 miles, 3 hrs car, 4 hrs train.
• See Alaska Railroad train schedule or Check train availability.
• Rent a car.

Packages: What Tours Visit Denali?

It’s hard to find a land tour that doesn’t visit Denali. Whether you prefer an escorted tour, a self-guided tour, or a cruise add-on, we have you covered. Email Bob with your preference:

• 5-day or longer Denali Tours with the best Alaskan escorted tour company.
• 6-day or longer Denali Tours with the best Alaskan small group escorted tour company.
• 4-day or longer Self-guided Denali Tours by car or train.